A controversial cartoon of a decapitated Buddha in The Ann Arbor News in 2007 was criticized as offensive and disrespectful. The critic, an ex-employee of the CIA’s ‘Campaign for Tibet’, called out America for its selective support of Democracy and Human Rights, implying favoritism towards its interests. President Bush’s lack of concern for human rights issues in Tibet was highlighted, as he spoke about the situation in Burma. The writer urged for local political development in Burma and more support for Tibetan Buddhist monks.